Willem Navest

Willem Navest is an experienced leader in data security and cybersecurity, currently serving as the Director of Northern Europe at Varonis since February 2025. Previously, Willem held key positions including Director of Sales for Northern Europe at Aqua Security, where the focus was on Cloud Security and DevSecOps, and critical roles at Palo Alto Networks and IBM, establishing cybersecurity operations and expanding market presence in Northern Europe. Earlier career milestones include leading cybersecurity sales at Hewlett Packard Enterprise and playing a pivotal role in establishing Thales Cyber Security and Transportation sectors. Willem's expertise encompasses various cybersecurity solutions, emphasizing innovative strategies to protect data and cloud-native environments.